I love this movie and it is one of my favorites. However, there is a ton of sex. Cora, (think Hannah montana x-rated) "dirty" dances while scantily clad. The two main characters sleep together, too.
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Not age appropriate for kids under 11, age appropriate for kids over 13; suggested age 13. -
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Common Sense says
Sweet, predictable date movie. Teens OK.
updated 10.15.08
Why We Rated This 
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Parents need to know that teen girls will be interested in seeing this cute Drew Barrymore vehicle. The good news is that you can probably let them: Overall, it offers very little to be concerned about. Alex and Sophie sleep together, but nothing salacious is shown on screen (they kiss a few times, but nothing graphic), and Alex gets into a fight with Sophie's ex. The language is mild, and there's not much drinking. The movie revolves around the question of whether it's better to do what others want or to stand up for what you believe in, which is a good one for teens to think about.
Read our full review by Heather Boerner
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about how people respond when they face obstacles to achieving their dreams. How can you get support and be true to yourself while still respecting your limits? Do you think Sophie and Alex handle their obstacles well? Families can also talk about the sexual images portrayed by a lot of young girls' favorite singers (as exemplified by Cora in the movie). Is Cora sexy? Is sexiness something that teen girls should be worried about? What messages do singers like Cora send to their fans?
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Lives in New YorkI rate this title iffy for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:- Inappropriate sexual content
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Funny, but bad
- Lives in CaliforniaI rate this title on for age 2 and give it
- Lives in OhioI rate this title on for age 8 and give it
- Lives in LouisianaI rate this title on for age 2 and give it
a great feel good comedy ok for the whole family
this is a happy feel good movie that is fun and inviting with the exception of a few questionable dances from the musical artist cora.
- Lives in WashingtonI rate this title on for age 2 and give it
I loved it! Hilarious!
The film Music & Lyrics is one of my favorite movies. The plot is great even though it is sometimes predictable. I rented it and watched it 2 or 3 times and it will definitely be on my Christmas list this year. It is a outstanding romance/comedy with a great ending from my point of view! P.S. If you watch this movie watch the credits and in the music video read inside the little bubbles. (you will know what I mean if you watch it!) HAPPY WATCHING!!!
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